Admissions Overview
The admission process at Eastern Illinois University has a 68% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Eastern Illinois University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
68%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
11,584
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
11%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Eastern Illinois University has a 68% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Eastern Illinois University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Eastern Illinois University. About 1% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 900 to 1,120.0
SAT Scores
1% of students submitted400
1600
900 – 1120
200
800
460 – 570
200
800
440 – 550
ACT Scores
0% of students submittedAdmission Statistics
11,584 students applied to EIU. Of those, 68% were accepted (7,873 students). Of these 7,873 accepted students, 876 chose to enroll.
11,584
Total Applicants
7,873
Students Admitted
876
Students Enrolled
68%
Acceptance Rate